Marine Platforms Expert Group

Expert Group Leader: Miguel Ojeda
EXCOM Oversight: Manuel Burgos

Share National Antarctic Program expertise on marine science support
- Create synergies amongst National Antarctic Programs on marine research topics in Antarctica
- Identify co‐operative programs of scientific or technical matters that concern vessels managed from National Antarctic Programs
- Facilitate cooperation between National Antarctic Programs in the support of marine science programs
Share National Antarctic Programs’ facilities and infrastructures information
- Enable National Antarctic Programs to show their capacities to facilitate marine science (research ships, marine observatories, etc)
- Share experiences and lessons learned in marine operations (protocols, guidance, etc)
- Identify and advise National Antarctic Programs on new technologies in marine science support (navigation, research equipment, vehicles (ROV, AUV, gliders), remote sensing, etc)
Report and advance relevant issues regarding ships and safety in navigation
- Extend knowledge on health, safety & environment (HSE)
- Facilitate cooperation and coordination in marine Search and Rescue (SAR) operations
- Assess and evaluate relevant recommendations and measures in regards to maritime and navigation issues
Advise and inform all Members on maritime and marine science issues arising from the Antarctic Treaty System
Create synergies with other COMNAP Expert Groups, especially the Science Facilitation Expert Group.

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